I'm sorry for my lengthy episode, didn't mean to create a post within your post lol. I'd make a conscious effort to reduce the length of comments from now on.
A really beautiful piece, should specifically be directed at Nigerians because of the mammoth display of religious hypocrisy.
Time and time again I have always stressed the need to differentiate between religion and morality. I'm of the opinion that if the sole reason you are righteous is because you are afraid of the fiery furnace supposedly in hell, then you are partially misguided. As soon as that fear drifts even a little bit away from your mind, you'd have no reason not to go back to your old ways.
I am of the school of thought that an unbridled display of chastity, morality and goodness can be attained when individuals actually find a reason to believe in this virtues instead of just being apprehensive of being chastised in an afterlife for acting on the contrary.
The most outstanding religious human is one who would still act in line with his beliefs even if his deity didn't exist. Once again, really wonderful piece.
I totally agree with you. My only regret is that I did not feature you in the post, you seem to have so much to say. Lolz.
Seriously, If morality was the only consequence of religion, it would just be fine. But men commit atrocities in the name of deities. Imagine how many civilians die in holy wars annually. I often wonder if humanity would be better of without divinity.
Thanks, the 'presh' alias is exclusively reserved for the ladies only, lolz.
Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm, These words are food for thought, and with sincerity in heart one will understand n know where dey stand in terms of their character traits and d reason for service both to God n humans. Tanx preshy!
Yea Lily, the need to review our intrinsic motivation for right living.